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Simplifying Therapy for Hereditary Angioedema
Diplomat Specialty Infusion Group combines clinical expertise with personalized care.HAE causes attacks of severe swelling, usually in the limbs, face, airway, and intestines. Swelling in the airway can restrict breathing and lead to life-threatening airway obstruction.
About one in every 50,000 people has HAE. It is usually inherited, but it can occur with no family history. Symptoms usually begin in childhood and get more intense during puberty.
There are three different types of HAE, but all three have similar symptoms. The type depends on the level of a protein called C1 inhibitor in the bloodstream. About 85% of patients with HAE have Type 1; about 15% have Type 2. Type 3 is extremely rare.
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What are the symptoms of hereditary angioedema?
In addition to swelling, HAE attacks can cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. About a third of patients will develop a rash called erythema marginatum.
The frequency and duration of HAE attacks varies. In general, they last three to four days and happen about once every one to two weeks. Attacks can be triggered by stress, but often they have no clear cause.
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How does Diplomat help people with hereditary angioedema?
There are many medications that treat or prevent HAE attacks. Most of them can be self-administered. Diplomat Specialty Infusion Group dispenses several HAE treatments.
Remember: The information here — and on linked sites — is not meant to replace advice, care, or a diagnosis from your physician. If you have questions about your condition, please ask your provider.
The information contained herein may not be construed as medical advice. It is for educational purposes only. Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. takes no responsibility for the accuracy or validity of the information contained herein, nor the claims or statements of any manufacturer.
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